By: Tyler Dickinson, Marketing Intern
In 1926, Carter G. Woodson started the concept of Black History Month. He was a historian and one of the first African Americans to earn a doctorate degree. Woodson dedicated the second week of February to observe African American History, the week that coincides Abraham Lincoln’s and Frederick Douglas’ birthdays. Woodson realized that the history of African Americans was not being represented adequately. He wrote The Journal of African American History a decade earlier, which he believed represented the African American experience accurately for the public. Woodson’s contributions led the USPS to issue a stamp honoring him in 1984.

The 7th annual Frame My Future Scholarship Contest is currently underway! If you are attending a U.S. college or university as a full-time student for the 2015-2016 academic year (including community college, undergraduate, or graduate school) and are a U.S. Citizen then you are eligible to enter!

Written by Anita R. Holtz, Marketing Department
Long ago, college hopefuls didn’t necessarily have to worry about writing an essay for their applications. But, more than likely, you do! Yes, seniors, it’s the Common Application Essay and/or Supplemental Essay section of your college application. So, really, how important can an essay be, and can a well-written essay really unlock the doors to colleges for which you’re applying? As it turns out, extremely and yes!

While I was growing up in the Philadelphia suburb of Levittown, Pennsylvania during the late 1950s, our 17” black and white television was an important member of the family. The Dick Clark Show on Saturday nights was a must (my sister and I outnumbered my father for channel selection). The show featured the “Top Ten” records from ten to one for the upcoming week. While I didn’t always agree with the Number One choice, the reverse order’s anticipation, a clever gimmick, was what I remember.

Summer is finally here! No matter how old we are, there is just something so exciting in the anticipation of summer. When we are younger, summer simply means a vacation from school, being able to sleep in, going to bed late, hanging out with friends, not having to do homework, and everyday feeling like its Saturday morning. Those were simple times. Check out some fun summer ideas to ensure you having an amazing time this summer.

Nothing says you made it in the business world more than having an office. Whether you have a home office, actual office, or a cubicle, you now have an open canvas for personalization. Here at Church Hill Classics®, we understand that most of the day is spent in this space, so why not make it your own and love it! That’s why we wanted to help 3 random pinners get a step closer to their dream offices by rewarding them each a $100 diplomaframe.com eGift certificate which can be used on a diploma or a document frame – a perfect addition for their dream offices.

That question. That simple question that most people can answer easily is much more complicated for me. When I say I was “homeschooled,” I brace myself for what comes next. Sometimes I just shoot out answers before they even have the chance to ask. Yes, my mother was my teacher. Yes I went to school in my pajamas. Yes I had homework. Yes I know what 2+2 is. And yes, I have friends!

In the beginning of April, Church Hill Classics® announced the 24 Finalists of the 6th Annual Frame My Future Scholarship Contest. This was when the real competition began as the determination of the final 5 Winners placed now in the hands of the American voters. Voting took place from April 2nd to April 30, 2014, and America has spoken!

Since freshman year, the girls of Newtown High School (NHS) eagerly await the time where they are able to decorate their graduation caps. They enviously watch the senior girls add pictures to Facebook of them all dressed up in their gowns and decorated caps, which highlight the college they will be attending and show off their personality. It’s not uncommon for girls to save the pictures of their favorite caps and use them for inspiration when their time finally comes to decorate their own.